The Highest-Protein Bowls at Thisbowl, Ranked
Thisbowl's poke bowls are naturally high in protein and lighter than a burrito, and because you build your own, it is easy to push protein much higher. Below are the highest-protein options, ranked using the official data behind our Thisbowl calorie calculator.
The single highest-protein order
Thisbowl lets you add up to two extra proteins on top of your main protein. Build Your Own with beef brisket, then add a second beef brisket and miso salmon, for about 75 g of protein for roughly 985 calories, the most you can pack into one bowl. Open this loaded build in the calculator to see the macros or trim it down.
For a more sensible bowl, a custom bowl with double poached chicken adds about 18 g of protein for only 84 calories per serve, and the ready made Chilli Chicken (Large) is about 40 g for 672 calories.
Highest-protein Thisbowl bowls (ranked)
| Bowl | Protein | Calories | Protein / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nori Caesar (Large) | 42.5 g | 801 | 5.3 g |
| Chilli Chicken (Large) | 40.0 g | 672 | 6.0 g |
| Spring Chicken (Large) | 39.5 g | 680 | 5.8 g |
| Chicken O.G. (Large) | 39.4 g | 711 | 5.5 g |
| Yuzu Days Chicken (Large) | 38.1 g | 637 | 6.0 g |
| Beef Brisket (Regular) | 34.9 g | 555 | 6.3 g |
Best proteins to add (protein per calorie)
The bases at Thisbowl are light, so the protein you choose drives the whole bowl. These are the most protein-efficient add-ons:
| Protein | Protein | Calories | Protein / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poached Chicken | 17.8 g | 84 | 21.2 g |
| Beef Brisket | 24.3 g | 178 | 13.7 g |
| Coconut Chicken | 17.8 g | 157 | 11.3 g |
How to build a high-protein Thisbowl bowl
- Light base. Mixed leaves or cabbage instead of rice or glass noodles saves the most calories.
- Poached chicken or beef brisket as your protein. The leanest per calorie.
- Add up to two extra proteins. Double poached chicken is about 18 g for 84 cal, or stack two lean meats for a big boost.
- Go easy on mayo drizzles and crunch. They add fat and calories, not protein.
See it in action: open the double-chicken build in the calculator and adjust the base and toppings, or start a fresh Thisbowl bowl.
Comparing across chains
Eating elsewhere? See the same breakdown for Guzman y Gomez and Zambrero.
Nutrition figures are from the published Thisbowl (formerly Fishbowl) nutrition overview and may change. Some build-your-own components are not published and are estimated. Always check the latest in-store information.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest-protein bowl at Thisbowl?
A Build Your Own bowl with beef brisket plus two extra proteins reaches about 75 g of protein for roughly 985 calories (Thisbowl limits you to two extra proteins). Among the ready-made bowls, the Nori Caesar (Large) tops out at about 42.5 g, followed by Chilli Chicken (Large) at about 40 g.
Which Thisbowl protein has the most protein per calorie?
Poached chicken, about 17.8 g of protein for just 84 calories (21 g per 100 cal), the most efficient protein on the menu. Beef brisket (24.3 g / 178 cal) and five spice beef (16.9 g / 117 cal) are close behind.
How do I build a high-protein poke bowl at Thisbowl?
Start with a light base such as mixed leaves or cabbage, pick a lean protein, then use the add extra protein section to stack more. Doubling poached chicken adds about 18 g for only 84 calories, and the calculator totals everything for you.
Are Thisbowl bowls good for protein?
Yes. Most signature bowls in the Large size carry 36 to 42 g of protein, and because the bases are light you can push protein much higher by adding extra protein servings without a big calorie cost.